Middletown- Delaware State Police is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on Marl Pit Road east of Summit Bridge Road on Thursday afternoon.

On December 24, 2020, at approximately 1:38 p.m., a 2017 Silver Nissan Rogue operated by a 21-year-old male of Bear was traveling eastbound on Marl Pit Road in the direction of Cedar Lane Road. A gray 2020 Kia Soul was traveling eastbound on Marl Pit Road directly behind the Rogue. A 2019 black BMW X3 was traveling westbound in the same area on Marl Pit Road in the direction of Summit Bridge Road.

While traveling behind the Nissan, the Kia crosses the double line and begins to pass the Nissan on the left side. As the Kia was passing the Nissan, it traveled into the path of the BMW, and the front of the Kia collided with the front of the BMW. After the collision, the Kia entered back into the eastbound lane and the right front side collided with the left front side of the Nissan.

After the collisions, the vehicles remained on scene.

The Kia operated by a 90-year-old male of Middletown was pronounced at the scene. Identification is pending notification to next of kin. The BMW, driven by an 80-year-old male of Middletown, was transported to an area hospital in serious condition. The Nissan operated by a 21-year-old male of Bear was uninjured.

Marl Pit Road between Summit Bridge Road and Cedar Lane Road was closed for approximately 3 hours while the crash was investigated and the roadway cleared.

This crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information should contact Cpl/3 J. Breen with Delaware State Police Troop 2 Crash Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8486. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com .

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Newark– Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:23 p.m., Thursday, December 24, 2020, on State Route 1 at Interstate 95.

The initial investigation has determined a 2007 Honda Civic, operated by a 34-year-old male from Bear, DE, was traveling northbound Route 1 south of the overpass for I-95. The Civic lost control and struck a concrete barrier on the right shoulder of the roadway. The Civic rotated in an unknown direction until it became disabled in the left lane of northbound Route 1. The operator of the Civic exited the vehicle and stood in the left lane. At the time, a 2014 Honda Accord was traveling northbound Route 1 in the left lane approaching the I-95 overpass. The front of the Accord struck the front of the Civic and then struck the pedestrian.

The pedestrian/operator of the Civic was pronounced deceased at the scene. His name is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.

The operator of the Accord, a 54-year-old female from Townsend, DE was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries.

At the time of the collision there was steady rainfall and limited lighting in the area. The pedestrian was not wearing reflective material and was not carrying a flashlight.

State Route 1 northbound was closed for approximately 2 hours while the collision was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the crash should contact Det. Forester of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8485. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Middletown – Delaware State Police are on the scene of a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:38 p.m., Thursday, December 24, 2020, on Marl Pit Road east of Summit Bridge Road. 

As a result of the crash, Marl Pit Road between Summit Bridge Road and Cedar Lane Road is closed. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel. The road closure is anticipated to be lengthy, with no estimated time for a re-opening.

For updated road closure information and traffic conditions log on to:

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

The investigation is in the early stages with further details being released as they become available.

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Released: 122420 1450

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Wilmington– The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in the parking lot of Exxon gas station located at 5301 Concord Pike, Wilmington, last night.

On December 23, 2020, at approximately 6:18 p.m., Troopers responded to a fight in the parking lot. Upon arrival Troopers contacted a 27-year-old male victim from Allentown, PA who advised while changing a tire in the parking lot, an unknown white male suspect approached him and asked for money. After the victim denied having any money, the suspect displayed a knife and removed the victim’s wallet from his jacket. The victim fought back against the suspect but was stabbed in the hand during the altercation. Additionally, the suspect attempted steal the victim’s vehicle, but was unsuccessful. Prior to fleeing the area on foot, the suspect slashed both driver side tires on the victim’s vehicle.

The victim refused medical treatment at the scene.

The suspect is described as a white male approximately 5’8”-5’10” tall.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or suspect should contact Cpl. Galiani with the Delaware State Police Troop 1 by calling 302-761-6677. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Dover- This Christmas holiday was extra special this year for a Dover family after receiving the gift of “Operation Save Christmas,” which was created by two Delaware State Troopers. 

Cpl/1 Kevin Schrader and TFC Courtney Aquino both assigned to Delaware State Police Troop 3, had the opportunity to meet the family during a call for service recently. Through their interaction with the family, the troopers learned the 4-year-old female and 5-year-old male children had never experienced the magic of Christmas the way many children are fortunate to.

After handling and clearing the call for service, the troopers felt they needed to do more to help these children and family have a magical Christmas. Cpl/1 Schrader and TFC Aquino knew during a pandemic receiving donations would be difficult, but they were up for the challenge. Through a social media post, the community had an opportunity to learn about Operation Save Christmas and the troopers’ goal of giving these children a Christmas as they have never been able to experience. The community’s response and the outpouring of support were more successful than the troopers could have imagined. 

With the donations raised, new toys, educational books, bicycles, two twin size bed sets, and non-perishable food items were purchased for the family. On December 21, 2020, in addition to Cpl/1 Schrader and TFC Aquino, additional troopers assigned to Troop 3 helped this Christmas be a magical one for the children. Santa (played by Delaware State Trooper Cpl/3 Roy Bryant) even made a special visit to help deliver the children’s gifts.

With the community’s overwhelming support, an additional $315.00 was donated to Delaware State Police Troop 9, who adopted a Dover family to help them have a Merry Christmas.   

Through this chance encounter, the troopers are inspired to continue their mission in the future to help other Kent County families in need, and as a result, “Operation Save Christmas” was born.

The Delaware State Police would like to thank everyone who helped make “Operation Save Christmas” a huge success and wish the citizens of Delaware a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season.

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Dover – Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of this subject, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com/

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Released: 122420 1010

Dover– The Delaware State Police are releasing photographs in attempt to identify the pictured suspect vehicle and persons of interest who were involved in a shots fired incident.

On Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at approximately 4:49 p.m. the two pictured pedestrians were walking on Willis Branch Drive. The pictured suspect vehicle pulled up next to the two pedestrians and began shooting. The suspect vehicle and pedestrians fled the area with no reported injuries. Further investigation determined a bullet from the shooting struck a residence on Walters Way.

Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident- Dover

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Detective Ford with Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit, at 302-698-8569.Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Georgetown- Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident that occurred Wednesday evening on DuPont Blvd (US-113) .23 miles south of Bedford Street.

On December 23, 2020, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a 2016 Ford Fusion, operated by a 49-year-old female of Greenwood, was traveling northbound on DuPont Blvd (US-113) in the left hand travel lane. A 65-year-old female pedestrian of Georgetown, was attempting to cross DuPont Blvd from an unknown direction in front of the Fusion. The operator of the vehicle was unable to avoid the pedestrian and the front left bumper struck the pedestrian within the left hand travel lane. After impact, the pedestrian came to rest within the grassy median west of the roadway.  The Fusion continued a short distance before coming to a controlled stop on the grassy median.

The pedestrian sustained critical injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital where she was pronounced deceased shortly after arriving. Identification of the victim is pending notification to next of kin.

The operator of the vehicle was not injured during the collision.

The northbound lanes of DuPont Blvd was closed for approximately 3 hours while the crash was investigated and the roadway was cleared.

This collision remains under investigation. Anyone with information should contact Cpl/3 Venero with Delaware State Police Troop 7 by calling 302-703-3267. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com .

*Traffic Advisory-Road Closure* US-113 Northbound North of Route 404- Georgetown

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Released: 122420 0956

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Georgetown- Delaware State Police are currently investigating an accident on US-113 northbound north of Route 404, Georgetown. As a result of the collision, the roadway will be shut down for an extended period of time. Motorist are urged to seek alternate routes of travel.

This collision is an active and ongoing investigation.  As additional details become available, an additional release will be issued.

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Released: 122320 1845

Dover- Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident which took place Tuesday evening.

On December 22, 2020, at approximately 4:49 p.m., troopers responded to Walters Way, Dover for a report of shots fired. The investigation determined three occupants were inside of their residence and heard two gunshots outside of the home. The occupants then observed a projectile lying in the hallway inside of the home. Additionally, Troopers discovered a bullet hole in the corner of the residence. Inside the home during the incident was a 63-year-old male, a 53-year-old female, and a 14-year-old female. No one was injured during the incident.

Further investigation discovered two unknown pedestrians were walking on Willis Branch Drive near the victim’s residence, when a dark colored sedan pulled up next to them and began shooting. The pedestrians and suspect vehicle fled the area. There are no reports of injuries and the identities of pedestrians and occupants of the suspect vehicle are unknown at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Det. Ford with Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-698-8569. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com .

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell

Released: 122320 0905

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